SpaceXAI offers 50% Starlink discount to placate data center’s residential neighbors; 2,000 have signed up — goodwill gesture comes amid vociferous community backlash

SpaceXAI Memphis said on its X account that more than 2,000 subscribers from the Memphis and Southaven area have already signed up for the discounted Starlink offer. Elon Musk is giving subscribers living near his data centers up to $65 off on their monthly internet bill.

Vodafone TV is a streamer and cloud gaming console all in one, and it’s launching soon as a Sky rival
Vodafone TV is a streamer and cloud gaming console all in one, and it’s launching soon as a Sky rival

Vodafone TV is a streaming service and set top box that combines access to loads of streaming apps with a cloud gaming platform.

Verizon voice services were down for some — here’s everything we know
Verizon voice services were down for some — here’s everything we know

Is Verizon down? The carrier confirms as an active issue as folks can’t make calls — follow here for live updates

Starlink might be less of a threat to mobile operators than Elon Musk claims
Starlink might be less of a threat to mobile operators than Elon Musk claims

Elon Musk claims that Starlink could soon deliver a better service than the US’s mobile operators, but T-Mobile’s CEO disagrees.

Mint Mobile just brought back a classic deal — you can get a full year of unlimited data for just $180 right now
Mint Mobile just brought back a classic deal — you can get a full year of unlimited data for just $180 right now

Looking to switch up your plan to something more economical? Mint Mobile’s latest deal gets you a full year of unlimited data for just $15/mo.

O2 to begin UK 2G switchoff in 2029, and that means you might need a new smart meter
O2 to begin UK 2G switchoff in 2029, and that means you might need a new smart meter

Virgin Media O2 announces plans to shut down legacy 2G networks, which carry just 0.5% of network traffic but use 10% of cell site power.

Don’t overspend on your mobile plan — these 5 EOFY deals on SIM-only plans will give you more data for less
Don’t overspend on your mobile plan — these 5 EOFY deals on SIM-only plans will give you more data for less

Unless you’re locked in to a specific telco with your phone, it’s a lot easier to switch mobile plans in Australia, which means you can easily swap to a provider offering the best deals — here are the best ones I’ve found.